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Nightly Closures Set for Wake County Interstate

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RALEIGH- As part of the Interstate 440 widening project,​ contractors for the N. C. Department of Transportation will close a section of eastbound & westbound I-440 between Western Blvd. & Hillsborough Street for several nights.

The westbound lanes of I-440 after the Hillsborough Street exit will be closed on Jan. 13-15 between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., weather permitting, to facilitate bridge construction activities.

Westbound traffic will detour to Hillsborough Street, Gorman Street, Western Boulevard back to I-440 West.

Then, on Jan. 16, the eastbound lanes of I-440 will close from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. to work on the same bridge.

Eastbound traffic will detour to Western Boulevard, Gorman Street, Hillsborough Street back to I-440 East.

Motorists are advised to plan, follow posted detour signs, and expect some delays while traveling through the area. NCDOT encourages drivers to remain alert and exercise caution.​

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1/13/2025 11:39 AM